Bengals’ Samaje Perine Suffers Leg Injury Against Bears in NFL Week 9
Cincinnati Bengals running back Samaje Perine faced a setback during the NFL Week 9 matchup against the Chicago Bears on November 2, 2025, at Paycor Stadium. During the game, he suffered a right ankle injury in the second quarter while attempting a kick return. Despite the injury, he managed to jog off the field with assistance from trainers.
Injury Details
Perine’s injury occurred when his leg became trapped beneath him as he tackled. Once on the sidelines, medical personnel assessed his lower leg. The Bengals declared his return to the game as doubtful.
Expert Analysis
Football analyst Adam Archuleta remarked on Perine’s toughness during the broadcast, highlighting his resilience as a player.
Previous Injuries
This ankle injury marks another challenge for Perine, who sustained a right thumb injury earlier in the season during the Bengals’ NFL Week 3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. He fumbled during that game, further complicating his performance this season.
Career Overview
- Samaje Perine signed with the Bengals in March 2025.
- He played for the Bengals from 2019 to 2022, participating in 54 games.
- Perine joined the Denver Broncos in March 2023 on a two-year contract worth $7.5 million.
- During the 2023 season with the Broncos, he achieved 238 rushing yards and set personal bests in receptions (50) and receiving yards (455).
- He was released by the Broncos in August 2024.
As the Bengals look to navigate the season ahead, the health and performance of Samaje Perine will be crucial to their success.
